Head of Computer Science

3 weeks ago


Croydon, United Kingdom Orchard Park High School Full time

We are looking for a Head of Computer Science to support, hold accountable, develop and lead on Computer Science across KS3 & KS4. This is an exciting opportunity to join Orchard Park High School and become an integral member of our team.

Computer Science is popular and successful at our school.  We are fortunate to have excellent ICT facilities and highly engaged pupils.  We benefit from a subject network across our Trust in which we share resources, best practice and innovations.  The role requires someone forward thinking about the tech systems our pupils and staff might use.  The Head of Computer Science will work closely with our STEM team to ensure the subject remains a high priority for our community.  This will include arranging domestic and international opportunities.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth.

We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

Main responsibilities:

To set, monitor and evaluate the subject pupil attainment in KS3 and KS4 making a measurable contribution to whole school targetsTo lead curriculum development to ensure the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost-effective curriculum programmeTo support non subject specialists in delivering the curriculum at KS3Collaborate positively to the achievement of the School Improvement PlanTo engage all subject staff in the creation, consistent implementation and ongoing improvement of schemes of learningTo review teaching and learning, monitoring the progress of all pupils including those identified as requiring additional support (SEN) and the highest attaining pupils; to ensure all pupils are engaged in their learning and achieve successTo ensure the department actively implements the key aspects of the school’s behaviour and inclusion policiesTo contribute to the development of whole school strategic planning and policies through membership of the Heads of Department groupThe post holder is responsible for ensuring that the school safeguarding/child protection policy is adhered to and concerns are raised in accordance with this policyTo ensure the efficient deployment, organisation and upkeep of Computer Science resources, including the responsibility that rooms and areas used by the department provide a safe, high quality environment for learning


You will need:

QTS and hold a recognised degree or equivalent level in computingExperience of classroom teaching within a secondary settingDemonstrable experience of improving pupil outcomesExperience as a form tutor and/or pastoral workExcellent knowledge and understanding of current issues in supporting the Computer Science curriculumUnderstanding or experience of leadership and management of a subject department


We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


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